Joseph M. Acerra
April 30, 1968 ~ February 2, 2021
Joseph M. Acerra, age 52, of Madison, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at TriPoint Medical Center. He was born April 30, 1968 in Geneva, the son of Linda (Rideout) and Joseph Acerra.
Joe worked as an instructional writer for many companies including Allen Bradley Corporation and Progressive. He was a 1986 graduate of Madison High School and went on to Bowling Green State University graduating in 1991.
He was a talented musician playing Baritone Saxophone for “Incahootz” with “The Free Fall Horns” and also “The Madison Jazz Project”. He had a love for restoring vintage cars and also enjoyed playing pinball and spending time with his dogs Trouble and Taz and his cats K.C., Elwood, and Patsy. Joe was a true jokester and loved to make others laugh.
He is survived by his wife, Diane Trawatha-Acerra; mother, Linda; sister, Kathy (Tom Pearson) Acerra; sister-in-law, Jean (Ken McCalvey) Trawatha; nephew, Justin Germack; and nieces, Yvonne Germack and Crystal McCalvey. He was also known as Uncle Joey to many family and friends. Joe was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Acerra.
A private Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, March 16th at 3 pm. Facebook live streaming will be viewable through the Behm Family Funeral Home Facebook Page. The family intends to also make streaming available through Joey’s Facebook page. A public Memorial Service will be announced this summer. Contributions may be made in Joey’s name to Rabbit Run Community Arts Association, 49 Park St, Madison, OH 44057 or your local Animal Protective League. Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com
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Joe was special….he will be missed. My condolences to Diane and his family.
Joe was a funny guy, I worked with him at Autozone in Eastlake. He will be missed by many. To the family my prayers are with you all in this time of mourning. Respectfully yours, The Greene family.
Joe and Diane are part of our Grape Jamboree family….Joe's charitable heart will definitely be missed. My deepest sympathies to Diane and their family at this terribly difficult time.
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Big hugs from the hunkered-down Heartland. Your favorite opera diva, Jim H.
I had so much fun playing with my friend Joey. I miss you buddy. John Malkamaki
May God grant Joey's soul peace. Joey's father was my colleague; Joey and Kathy were students of mine–a great family.
Diane, I am so sorry for your loss. Allow the Comforter to ease your burden. I will keep you in prayer.
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY FROM THE QUALITY AUTO CARE GROUP. HE WIL BE TRULEY MISSED. JOE WAS A REALLY GREAT PERSON, VERY FUNNY AND A KIND SOUL. SENDING LOVE TO DIANE AND HIS FAMILY.
So sorry to learn of Joey’s passing. I played music with him in the Madison jazz project. His Dad was my music instructor during the 1960’s. All great memories.
Unbelievable. Rest in Peace.
I have such fond memories of time spent with Joey during high school. Especially time spent in the marching band under the direction of his Dad, Mr. A. He was the source of lots of laughter! I am so thankful for having been able to reconnect with him some in recent years. He will certainly be missed. Keeping Joey and his family in my prayers. Keith T. Bolin MHS '84
Joey helped me get the dashboard lights functioning on my mustang when I was in high school. We had a great time working on it and I appreciated his hosting me, first in the garage and then for dinner! Don’t worry Joey, I’ll keep “your” mustang running smooth.
The world lost a true gem of a person when we lost Joe. He was without a doubt one of the most forgiving and compassionate people I have ever had the pleasure to call a friend. Thoughts and hugs are with his family and wife whom he loved beyond words!
In college Joey once talked about how big Greek life was there but he wasn’t involved. For his birthday I made him sweats with his name printed using Greek letters (some of the upside down). He loved wearing them because he would get the weirdest looks from everyone trying to figure what chapter or house he was really in!
I was shocked and deeply saddend when I learned yesterday, Joe had passed. I always thought it was so cool his name is Joseph Michael…my son is named Michael Joseph(named after his dad). You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Your family has and always will be, a part of me. God Bless you all. Girard
So saddened to see Joe's obituary. I have no words. Many prayers for his Mom and wife. May God give you much comfort during this most difficult time.